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St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is a academy converter primary school in St Helens, St. Helens , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 231 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

231

Pupils

210

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is managed by St. Helens and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 231 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by St. Helens before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Barton Close, St Helens, WA10 2HS
Local authority
St. Helens
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
41.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142161

Other Primary Schools in St Helens

If St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Helens are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School

Is St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School currently has 231 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School?

St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by St. Helens before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School cover?

St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is a primary school in St Helens, St. Helens, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School?

St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.